The Center for Urban Community Services, a national leader in the development of effective housing and service initiatives for homeless people, invites applications for a Program Director position at it’s newest permanent supportive housing program, Williamsbridge Gardens. The program will provide 170 units of permanent housing for both low income and formerly homeless singles and families, many of whom have histories of mental illness and substance abuse. Williamsbridge Gardens is located in the Williamsbridge Gardens section of the Bronx, within walking distance of public transportation. CUCS provides comprehensive on-site social services using a recovery orientation, which includes evidence based practices with particular emphasis on mental health and substance abuse recovery for singles, and a family systems approach for the families.

Responsibilities:

During the initial start up of the program, the Program Director will be directly involved in hiring, tenant intake and start up operations planning and processes. On an ongoing basis, the Program Director is responsible for managing the daily operations of the program, ensuring contract compliance, and meeting or exceeding goals and other performance measures required by funders. This position has significant decision making, supervisory, administrative, program management and service delivery responsibilities, including inter-team coordination and contract, regulatory and policy compliance. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for maintaining good relations with funders and stakeholders, housing partners and developing and maintaining a program culture that is person centered, outcome oriented and dedicated to continuous quality improvement.

LMSW and minimum of 5 years post-masters applicable experience with related populations including supervisory, administrative, and management experience

Strong writing and computer skills required.

Computer literacy

Experience in supportive housing preferred.